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At the time Nicole, now 30, first laid eyes on Gary, now 32, when he performed on stage on April 20 and at the time shared her first shot of him to Instagram, with the caption: 'Magic 4:20 4/20... boy is BAD!'

The pair went public with their relationship shortly after, attending their first red carpet appearance at the Ubuntu Education Fund Gala in New York on June 6.

True rock star fashion: The New York-based couple fell in love at Coachella Music Festival in 2012. Pictured here a year later in 2013

First picture: Nicole watched Gary perform on stage on April 20 at Coachella and at the time shared her first shot of him to Instagram

Going public: The pair revealed their relationship shortly after, attending their first red carpet appearance together at the Ubuntu Education Fund Gala in New York on June 6

From that day, Nicole - who is of Italian-Australian heritage - appeared more than happy to play the role of supportive partner, as she accompanied Gary on his musical gigs across the globe.

A smitten Nicole, would regularly share loved-up snaps of the couple to social media, as she gushed about her love for the talented singer-songwriter beau.

Even early on in their romance, she wrote on Instagram underneath an image of her planting a tender kiss on his cheek: 'Love this man, he makes me happy.'

His biggest fan: From that day, Nicole has been more than happy to play the role of doting and supporting partner, as she accompanied Gary on a number of his musical gigs across the world

'Love this man, he makes me happy': Nicole would regularly share loved-up snaps of the couple

Special moment: Nicole and Gary met President Obama and his family at The White House in 2013

Almost eight months after their initial meeting, Nicole took Gary home to Australia over the Christmas period to introduce him to her family for the first time.

The couple soon moved into an apartment in New York, before later relocating to Austin Texas, where Gary was born and raised.

At the time, the pair were regular faces on the social circuit, attending a number of red carpet galas, including a number of music award ceremonies for which Gary was nominated.

In love: The couple soon moved into an apartment together in New York, before later relocating to Austin Texas, where Gary was born and raised

Red hot: The pair were regular faces on the social circuit, attending a number of red carpet galas

Then in an interview with Who magazine In November 2014, the former The Face mentor confirmed that she was expecting her first child with Gary, as well as announcing their engagement.

Nicole revealed to the publication she was seven-months pregnant, saying: 'I've been ready to be a mum for such a long time.'

Showing off her baby bump in an exclusive photo shoot, the Perth-born model said she had never been happier since she and her partner of almost three years learned they would be parents.

'I was saying to Gary, we might have a gang of children because I feel so happy,' she gushed.

Big reveal: In interview with Who magazine In November 2014, the former The Face mentor confirmed that she was expecting her first child with Gary, as well as revealing that the couple were also engaged

In the same interview, Nicole revealed she had been quietly engaged to her handsome love for several months.

Gary got down on bended knee to propose to the beauty at his home in Texas, and far from making a huge scene, popped the question in a low-key proposal that he says was a long time coming.

'I thought he was waiting for a big moment, but it was super-simple and it was just between us,' says Trunfio, showing off the diamond sparkler she designed. 'It was so sweet.'

'It was super-simple and it was just between us': In the same interview, Nicole revealed that she had been quietly engaged to her handsome love for several months

Flawless: Gary got down on bended knee to propose to the beauty at their home in Texas, and far from making a huge scene, popped the question in a low-key proposal that he says was a long time coming

Special: Nicole later shared this shot of her engagement ring and ultrasound

A few days following the interview, the beauty shared the first glimpse of her stunning three-carat Ben Simon ring to Instagram.

Almost two months later, Nicole and Gary welcomed their first child in the early hours of Sunday morning of January 11 in the US.

The model took to social media to reveal the big news, sharing a photo of the newborn wrapped in a blanket with just the feet popping out across her Instagram, Facebook and Twitter accounts.

Parents: Almost two months later, Nicole and Gary welcomed their first child in the early hours of Sunday morning of January 11 in the US

The caption read, '3.04 am. Sunday, January 11th 2015. #heavensentmeanangel Gary and I welcomed our beautiful child into the world early this morning, we are so in love.

'Everybody is healthy and happy and the baby is as perfect as can be. Thank you to all for the love and support. #babyclark #hasarrived @garyclarkjr.'

Gary was equally overwhelmed, telling fans on Instagram: 'My beautiful lady Nicole Trunfio brought me to tears with her display of courage and strength while bringing our little one into the world.'

Proud: Gary was equally overwhelmed, telling fans on Instagram: 'My beautiful lady Nicole Trunfio brought me to tears with her display of courage and strength while bringing our little one into the world'

The pair kept the name of their son under wraps for four-months, referring to him only as 'Baby Clark.'

In April 2015, Daily Mail Australia revealed the couple had decided to call their bundle of joy Zion Rain - meaning The Promised Land, or Israel, in Hebrew.

Despite keeping fans in the dark over her pregnancy, Nicole has since kept fans updated on Zion's progress, inundating her social media followers with cute snaps of the toddler.

Cute: The pair kept the name of their son under wraps for four-months, referring to him only as 'Baby Clark'

The family-of-three recently starred in their first magazine editorial for the August 2015 edition of Harper's Bazaar Australia.

'I'm always saying, "People must think we have a really ugly baby", because we haven't shown his face,'' Nicole said in the accompanying article.

'But it's kind of the opposite. He's so handsome he would break the internet.'

Adorable: In April 2015, Daily Mail Australia revealed that the couple had decided to call their bundle of joy Zion Rain - meaning The Promised Land, or Israel, in Hebrew

Zion has even watched his famous father perform from the stage sidelines with his mother.

The family-of-three have since jetted back to Australia on numerous occasions, even spending last year's Christmas at Nicole hometown of Merredin, Western Australia.

During the trip, Gary gifted the model with a gold diamond bracelet from Cartier worth a whopping AUD$16,600.

Soul mates: In the past, the brunette stunner has said Gary has taught her live in the now

Loved up: Nicole also mentioned the artistic duo are able to give each other creative space

In September 2015, Gary Clark Jr dedicated his long-awaited second album to Nicole and their son Zion.

'When I was young, touring in my early 20s, nobody could tell me nothing,' the singer told news.com.au at the time. 'What do I want, what do I need, and how do I get it was all that mattered.

'When I came back home, I realised everything my family told me was right. It's about bringing it back home, to my family and Nicole and my son.

'So this album, it all felt very, very personal and it felt great to have the family involved.'

Nicole also starred in the music video for hit song The Healing.

Family: In September 2015, Gary dedicated his long-awaited second album to Nicole and their son Zion

His muse: Nicole also starred in the music video for hit song The Healing.

In the past, the brunette stunner has said Gary has taught her live in the now.

Speaking with The Daily Telegraph, she said 'He's taught me to be more in the moment and trust in the journey. [My career] could be finished tomorrow.

'I'm enjoying everything so much more just being in the moment and not having plans.'

Nicole also mentioned the artistic duo are able to give each other creative space.

Smitten: Nicole previously said 'He's taught me to be more in the moment and trust in the journey. [My career] could be finished tomorrow'

Over the weekend, the couple appeared to come full circle in their romance, as they attended Coachella Music Festival ahead of their impending nuptials declaring: 'Four years ago we fell in love here.'

Taking to Instagram on Saturday, the runway sensation shared a tender snap of the engaged couple backstage before Gary was set to perform.

But it wasn't the couple's last photo as man and wife, with Nicole sharing a number of loved-up snaps of the couple over the three-day festival.

'Four years ago we fell in love here': Over the weekend, the couple appeared to come full circle in their romance, as they attended Coachella Music Festival ahead of their impending nuptials

Excited: Nicole shared a number of loved-up snaps of the couple over the three-day festival

The couple wed at the Colony Palms hotel in Palm Springs on Wednesday, in the shadows of where they met four years ago to the day.

For the big day, Nicole wore a resplendent beaded Steven Khalil gown, complete with a plunging neckline and train.

They said 'I do' under a floral arch as guests showered them with petals Fellow models and close pals, including Gemma Ward and Jessica Gomes, who were two of the five maids who fussed over the bride on the day.

The big day: The couple wed at the Colony Palms hotel in Palm Springs on Wednesday, in the shadows of where they met four years ago to the day

Reflecting on the day, Nicole told Brides she felt 'absolute bliss' on her wedding day and 'blessed' to have her nearest and dearest around her.

'I felt absolute bliss and the end of the night,' she says. 'I felt so honored to be surrounded by such incredible people.

'We were blessed to have these people all together in one place and all getting along.'

Prior to dating Gary, Nicole was rumoured to be dating Good Charlotte guitarist Benji Madden after the pair stepped out together.

Benji married actress Cameron Diaz, 43, at her home in Beverly Hills in January 2015 after being engaged for only 17 days.

In 2009, Nicole started dating music producer Ryan Leslie, however the pair split up in June 2011 after a two-year romance.

'The Clark family': Reflecting on the day, Nicole told Brides she felt 'absolute bliss' on her wedding day and 'blessed' to have her nearest and dearest around her

Nicole hasn't looked back since she was plucked by talent scouts as a teenager in year 10 at school while on a shopping trip to Sydney.

After winning the Australian television series Supermodel of Australia in 2002 and ranking second in the international version, Supermodel of the World, her profile now boasts a long list of designers for whom she has modeled.

Nicole has been a muse for designers Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, Versace, Christian Dior, Gucci, Fendi, and Vivienne Westwood, among others and has been the face of American beauty brand Ulta.

Meanwhile, born to parents Gary Senior and Sandi Clark in Texas, Gary Jr began playing the guitar at the age of 12.

During his prolific career, he has shared the stage with various legends of rock and roll including the Jackson 5, Sheryl Crow and Alicia Keys.

He was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Rock Song in 2013 for his hit Aint' Messin Round.

On January 26, 2014, Gary won the Grammy Award for Best Traditional R&B performance for his song Please Come Home.

In 2014 and 2015, he also won a Blues Music Award in the 'Contemporary Blues Male Artist of the Year' category.